Real Madrid 'have first refusal on Rayan Cherki'

Real Madrid reportedly have first refusal on Lyon attacker Rayan Cherki.

Despite only turning 16 last August, the Frenchman has made 12 first-team appearances for Les Gones during the 2019-20 campaign, contributing three goals and two assists in the process.

Both Madrid and Barcelona are believed to be keeping a close eye on the teenager, who came through the youth system with Lyon and has a contract with the Ligue 1 giants until the end of the 2021-22 campaign.

However, according to AS, Los Blancos have first refusal on the youngster, placing them in a strong position to secure his signature should the French side agree to a sale.

Cherki has shown his versatility by operating as a right winger, left winger and as an attacking midfielder for Lyon during the current season.

Manchester United and Liverpool have also previously been credited with an interest.